Darren Gardner
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Resourceful Line Cook Supervisor known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in kitchen management, menu development, and inventory control. Excel in time management, team leadership, and problem-solving skills. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and improving kitchen operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1986
1986
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook Supervisor
City Barrel
Kansas City, MO
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and delivery.
- Trained new cooks in food safety and kitchen procedures.
- Coordinated daily tasks to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
Line Cook
Waldo cafe
Kansas City, MO
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and reordering supplies.
Kitchen mgr
Flying Horse
Kansas City, Missouri
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure smooth service flow and team coordination.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Developed weekly menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Line Cook
Jack stack BBQ
Kansas City, Missouri
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and reordering supplies.
Education
Southwest Highschool
Kansas City, MissouriSkills
- Food safety
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Inventory control
Certification
- 39585 Mgr food handler card
Timeline
Line Cook Supervisor
City Barrel
06.2024 - 06.2025
Line Cook
Waldo cafe
04.2022 - 06.2024
Kitchen mgr
Flying Horse
04.2019 - 08.2022
Line Cook
Jack stack BBQ
09.2014 - 09.2020
Southwest Highschool
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